A rebellious young woman marries a prominent Republican politician twenty-six years older than her. Four decades later, as they anticipate his death, she wrestles with their marriage, her sexuality, and what’s been lost and won through a life by his side.

** NOMINATED FOR TWO IDA DOCUMENTARY AWARDS 2024 **
Best Cinematography
Best Editing

Big Sky Documentary Film Festival
Opening Night Film!
February 14, 2025

New Orleans Film Festival
October 2024
Santa Fe International Film Festival
October 2024

Bend Film Festival
October 2024
** Winner: Best Documentary Editing **

Nashville Film Festival
September 2024

Frameline Festival
US Premiere
June 2024

Hot Docs Festival
World Premiere
April 2024

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